The 20th Card of the Major Arcana is Judgement. It signals self-reflection, transformation, renewal, and change. When the Judgement tarot card appears in a reading, it tells you that now it’s time to analyze yourself and your actions. This self-reflection will help you better understand where you are in life and which steps you need to take to move forward in a positive direction.
It is said that the imagery in the Judgement tarot card is influenced by the biblical portrayals of the Last Judgment. When you look at the different paintings, it is not hard to see why. The card imagery shows naked men, women, and children rising from their graves and looking into the sky in awe. There, an angel blows his trumpet. The people have their arms outspread, surrendering themselves for the Judgment.
Before diving deeper into the Judgement tarot card’s meanings in love, work, money, and health, let’s look at the keywords.
Upright Keywords: Reflection, rebirth, inner calling, absolution
Reversed Keywords: Self-doubt, indecisions, ignoring life lessons
The Judgment tarot card symbolizes an awakening brought on by the act of self-reflection. Through this self-reflection, you can have a more transparent understanding of where you are now and what you need to do to be a better version of yourself. This can mean making minor changes to your daily life or making more significant changes that affect not only you but the people close to you.
The Judgement tarot card in a love reading indicates that you are achieving a level of maturity that you are starting to understand what you really need in a partnership. You are beginning to comprehend the issues that have previously caused problems in your relationships. You now have the knowledge to make the required adjustments. These small changes can have a significant effect on your current and future relationship.
If you are single, the Judgement tarot card reminds you that there is only one chance to make a first impression. Therefore, you should be mindful of how you present yourself. At the same time, it advises patience when judging other people. You should give time for yourself to get to know the other person before deciding if they are suitable for you. Being open-minded to people from different backgrounds and cultures may reward you with a beautiful relationship that you would otherwise miss out on.
In work-related readings, the Judgement tarot card can indicate a personal awakening or that you are being observed.
Usually, it comes out in a reading when you are close to having a clearer understanding of where you want to be. You likely have the needed experience and knowledge to be able to know what you want. When this becomes clear, you should make a plan and make the required adjustments to get yourself where you want to go.
When it pops up, and the above doesn’t resonate, the other likely meaning is that you are considered for a promotion or a new opportunity. This is an excellent time to run the extra mile or continue delivering the same great results that drew their attention to you in the first place.
In financial matters, the Judgement tells you to be careful with money and not make snap decisions. Ensure that you do your research to make an informed decision before making any big purchases or investments. Be also open to new ways of thinking about your money and resources that give you the chance to make positive improvements.
In a health context, the Judgement tarot card indicates a period of recovery and wellness both physically and mentally. You have come through the tough times and learned from them. You are now ready and willing to take the necessary steps to help you on the road to recovery.
The Judgement in spiritual context signifies that you are about to experience a spiritual awakening. You are ready to take a more enlightened spiritual path. You have learned life’s lessons, and you now understand what the universe has been trying to guide you to.
The Judgement tarot card reversed can mean that you are overanalyzing things and doubting yourself. You might be overthinking to the point where indecision begins to generate additional problems, or you are filled with the thought that you are incapable of doing what you need.
Allow yourself to have a fresh start but don’t forget the lessons you’ve learned so far. With focused discipline, you can break the cycle of self-criticism and replace it with more positive messages of what is possible.
Suppose you are in a relationship, and you feel like it has come to a stall. In that case, the Judgement in the reversed position can indicate that you are avoiding a significant decision that would solve it. You are most likely doing this because you doubt yourself. Whether this decision is about the relationship moving forward to the next stage or ending, it is a decision that needs to be made. The indecision will only make things worse and be unfair for both of you. But remember to put enough thought into your decision, whatever it may be.
If you are single, Judgement reversed can signal that you are letting insecurities stop you from approaching the people you are interested in. Luckily today, there are so many ways to make the first move. There is always a risk of rejection, but finding a partner without putting yourself out there is impossible. Whether or not it works out the way you want it to, at least you’ll know you tried and have made the person’s day for telling them you fancy them.
In readings about work, the Judgement reversed indicates that there are promising opportunities ahead of you. Still, self-doubt is preventing you from seizing them. You need to get rid of this doubt and grab the possibilities available to you. Trust yourself and know that the opportunity presented itself because you are worth it. If you now let them slip away, you may regret it in the future.
Regarding money, reversed Judgement is a good indicator. The near future will generally be stable. If you need something and you can afford it, don’t hesitate too much to buy it. It’s good to be financially responsible, but you may allow yourself to indulge in more delicate things in life every now and then.
In inquiries related to health, the Judgement reversed doesn’t indicate any pressing health issues. However, if you have been suffering from old injuries or health issues, they press heavily on your mind. It is essential to focus on the present and leave the negative past behind. We cannot change it. Accepting it is both wise and liberating.
In spiritual readings, the Judgement reversed signifies that you are refusing or not seeing the karmic lessons presented to you. If you keep avoiding them, the universe will bring them back to you more prominent. Give yourself time to absorb these lessons so you can move forward positively.
The Judgement tarot card stands for change and transformation. The transformation depends on how much you have learned from your past. Therefore in yes or no tarot readings, the Judgement is a neutral card.
When the Judgement presents itself in a tarot reading, it calls for self-reflection, which leads to self-discovery and rebirth. Let’s take a look at how it acts in combinations with other tarot cards.
This is an interesting card combination. Justice is about fairness, truth, law, and consequences. It tells you that you will be judged for your actions. On the other hand, the Judgment calls you to self-reflect from past experiences and have a fresh start. Therefore I read this combination as while you are being judged for your actions, you should take the sentence as a learning experience.
The Lovers tarot card represents meaningful relationships, connections, and also choices. In general readings, I would especially look at its meaning when it comes to choices. It is about making them for yourself based on your values. When it is paired with the Judgement, it emphasizes that you are coming to a state where you are re-evaluating your values. You are reinventing yourself, and it will affect the choices you make.
Here are the associations with the Judgement tarot card.
The personality of people described by the Judgement tarot card is well aware of themselves and their surroundings. They are strategic people who make for great leaders. They take time to reflect on the situation and make the needed adjustments. They are people you can count on.
When you are asking how someone feels about you, and the Judgement shows up, it doesn’t reveal too much about it. It more encourages us to do self-analysis and taking an open mind when it comes to relationships. It also reminds us to not judge others too quickly.
Finally, let’s look at the most commonly asked questions about the Judgement tarot card.
The judgement tarot card represents self-reflection, transformation, renewal, and change. It focuses on spiritual growth and the renewal that follows it.
The Judgement tarot card reversed represents self-doubt and indecision. It often plays out as overthinking to the point where indecision begins to generate additional problems. Or that you are filled with the thought that you are incapable of doing what you need.
Judgement tarot card in a love reading indicates that you are achieving a level of maturity that you are starting to understand what you really want from relationships and love.
The Judgement tarot card is a neutral card. Therefore the Judgement in a yes or no reading is a Maybe.
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